While it may not boost the tree's health, this long-lasting landscaping cover offers a simple hack to protect exposed roots ...

By choosing the most appropriate species of birch and the right place to plant it in your landscape this autumn, you can ...

These fruit trees benefit from being planted in the fall because it allows them to establish a good root system before ...

The crisp days of fall mark the perfect time to plant trees. Spring may be more popular, but autumn offers a unique chance to ...

There are a number of downsides to planting grass over exposed tree roots, ultimately meaning it won't work very well. Instead, try these alternatives.

Tree roots growing at or slightly above the soil surface are called surface roots. Homeowners having trees with these surface roots are frustrated with the additional challenges posed by mowing and ...

“All major fruit tree species tend to do better with spring planting,” Slack says. But it’s important to work around frost ...

It seems pretty simple to plant a tree. Dig a hole. Drop in a tree. Fill the hole. Add water. Go back inside and have a beer. What could go wrong? Yet year after year, we see trees planted incorrectly ...

Tom spent 20 years running his own contracting company, working as a building mechanic and operating as a carpenter. Now he creates solar, home security, moving and home warranty content content for ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

Fertilizer spikes may seem like a convenient way to feed your trees, but these little spikes come with some caveats. Know the ...